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Microgreens And Indoor Food Production

A strange sense of desire and urgency came over me one day when I was on Galiano a few years …

Garden Ollas: An Ancient Watering Method For The Modern Gardener

They’re pretty, practical, and an ancient technique for watering plants. Ollas are an excellent eco-friendly addition to the garden; here’s how to make one.

Community Gardens Are A Safe And Happy Space For Everyone

Community gardens are a safe space for people to come together and grow. Emma Carter writes about her experience managing a garden over the last few years.

Flower Power: What’s A CSF, And How Does It Work?

You’ve heard about a CSA, but what’s a CSF? Community Supported Flower subscriptions are taking off, and there are many reasons to get one!

Abbey of the Redwoods’ Sea Goat Farmstand

Abbey of the Redwoods’ Sea Goat Farmstand is a thriving micro-farm that strongly emphasizes the importance of supporting local and reducing food miles.

Red Acre Farm

Sara Patterson has dedicated most of her young life to growing healthy food and building a more resilient community. She runs Red Acre Farm alongside her mom.

Steve Newsome

Steve Newsome has a beautiful urban garden that’s transformed his concrete yard into an oasis! He uses many techniques to his advantage, including hugulkultur.

Amy The Lockdown Gardener

What began as a lockdown project became a full-blown obsession for Amy Duckworth. She is keenly interested in flowers and organic growing, and it shows!

Preserving Mushrooms Helps You Enjoy Your Harvest Longer

Do you want to get the most out of your mushroom harvest? Our easy guide offers tips for preserving mushrooms so you enjoy this heathy food longer.

Nutrient Lockout in Hydroponics – Less Mulder, More Scully

There’s no doubt about it; nutrient lockout sucks. In this article, Everest Fernandez helps us tackle the problem in recirculating hydroponics systems.

Support Your Local Flower Farm During Canadian Flowers Week And Beyond

Do you know where to find flowers that were grown near you? Canadian Flowers Week is raising awareness about the importance of buying local blooms.

Rhubarb Leaves A Key Ingredient In This DIY Organic Pesticide Recipe

Rhubarb leaves are toxic to humans, but you can use them in the garden! This easy organic pesticide recipe will keep critters away from ornamental plants.

August Is A Month For Enjoying The Garden And Prepping For Fall

August is a gardener’s paradise! It’s time to harvest and enjoy many bright blooms. But it’s not all fun and games; preparation for the fall starts now.

5 Beneficial Bugs To Look For In Your Garden

Some bugs are beneficial! While checking for pests in the garden, watch for these beneficial bugs and welcome them to your space.

Tips For Balancing Your Soil’s pH

Do you know your soil pH? Many common garden problems are caused by pH imbalances; Anne Gibson offers her tips for getting it right.

Hügelkultur Gardening: A Different Approach To Growing In Containers

As plants in containers grow, they use valuable nutrients in the soil that they cannot replenish naturally. As a result, …

Mushroom Growth Cycles Using Fruiting Bags

Mushroom cultivation using fruiting bags can be as complex or as simple as you need!

To Cure Garlic Or Eat It Fresh Out Of The Garden?

It’s time to harvest garlic; what do you do with your homegrown bulbs? Some cure it, others eat it fresh out of the garden. There’s no wrong way to do it!

Checking In? Why Insect Hotels Are Essential In Every Garden

Building an insect hotel attracts plenty of beneficial bugs to the garden. When they check in, many members of the pest population check out.

What To Do When Cabbage Worms Bust Into The Garden

Cabbage worms are nasty, making quick meals out of many plants growing in the vegetable garden. We can help you identify and get rid of them for good!

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